Short Duration High Income Fund

Access real estate-backed income opportunities designed for accredited investors who want passive cash flow without the hassles of property ownership. The CEO Fund strategically acquires and manages diversified mortgage assets, small business loans, and select syndications, offering a professionally managed alternative to volatile markets with ongoing reporting, experienced oversight, and multiple account funding options.

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Our Short Duration High Income Fund Services

Explore real estate-backed investment services designed for passive income, diversification, and professional fund management.

Mortgage Investing

Invest in a diversified portfolio of Grade A–C mortgage assets backed by multifamily, single-family, commercial, and mobile home real estate, designed for passive income without direct property management.

IRA Strategy

Use self-directed IRA or 401(k) accounts to pursue tax-advantaged real estate-backed income. The team helps explain setup, custodian coordination, and funding steps for retirement investors.

Portfolio Acquisitions

The CEO Fund acquires mortgage portfolios in bulk, often at discounted values, using due diligence and institutional relationships to create diversified exposure and stronger risk-adjusted return potential.

Business Lending

Diversify beyond mortgage notes through collateral-backed loans to contractors and established operators, adding borrower and industry variety while the fund handles underwriting and servicing.

Real Estate Syndications

Participate in large-scale development and acquisition projects, including Florida construction syndications, with fractional access to institutional-quality real estate opportunities and passive oversight.

Investor Onboarding

Get started through a guided process covering goals, accreditation, investment documents, funding options, quarterly distributions, reporting, and direct access to the fund management team.

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Our 4-Step Investor Process

Discuss Your Investment Goals

Schedule a consultation with The CEO Fund team to discuss your income goals, investment timeline, account type, and suitability. This conversation helps confirm whether the fund’s real estate-backed strategy aligns with your objectives.

Verify Eligibility and Documents

Fund Your Account Securely

Receive Reporting and Distributions

The CEO Fund Difference

Why Choose The CEO Fund?

The CEO Fund combines experienced leadership with collateral-backed strategies for accredited investors.

Track Record

A 10+ year track record supports disciplined fund management and investor-focused execution.

Diversification

Mortgage assets, syndications, and collateral-backed loans reduce reliance on one borrower type.

Passive Structure

Investors pursue real estate-backed income without tenants, toilets, tiles, or daily operations.

Specialized Expertise

Certified note investing expertise guides acquisitions, due diligence, and portfolio oversight.

Meet The Fund Team

Experienced leadership in finance, real estate, and mortgage assets.

Portrait of Carlo Turner, Fund Manager and Certified Note Investing Specialist at The CEO Fund

Carlo Turner

Fund Manager / Certified Note Investing Specialist

Carlo Turner serves as Sr. Fund Manager and Certified Note Investing Specialist at The CEO Fund, a role he has held since the fund's inception. with over 25+ years of experience in corporate finance, Carlo directly oversees the acquisition, financing, development, and delivery of the fund's assets. Prior to joining The CEO Fund, he worked as a Financier and Investment Banker specializing in Commodities, Stocks, and Bonds, consulting CFOs and hedge fund managers in securities transactions exceeding $100 million. His deep expertise in real estate-backed investments and mortgage fund acquisition has been instrumental in guiding the fund's growth strategy, helping accredited investors across the United States build consistent passive income streams backed by tangible real estate collateral.

Portrait of Patrick Franz, Vice President and Executive Fund Manager at The CEO Fund

Patrick Franz

Vice President & Executive Fund Manager

Patrick Franz serves as Vice President and Executive Fund Manager at The CEO Fund, part of the Everley Mae Capital Group. With 25 years of experience in capital raising and investor relations, Patrick guides the development of new financial alliances and manages strategic partnerships across both fundraising and asset acquisition. Over the past five years, he has specialized in the acquisition, asset management, and disposition of performing and non-performing first lien mortgage funds. Patrick is also actively involved in apartment housing development and large land development projects throughout Central and East Coast Florida. He previously co-founded ACI Legacy Group, where he served as Chief Operating Officer.

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Desi Arnez

Director, CEO / President & Senior Fund Manager

Desi Arnez serves as President, Senior Fund Manager, and Director/CEO of The CEO Fund, part of Everley Mae Fund LLC. With decades of experience in real estate investing, Desi leads a nationwide network that provides accredited investors with exclusive access to high-performing real estate alternatives. He specializes in cash-flow mortgage funds, managing substantial investments in both performing and non-performing real estate notes. Desi oversees multi-family development projects in Central Florida, land entitlement transactions statewide, and spearheads the landmark $20 Million SUNRISE Construction Syndication — a transformative project set to deliver 1,000 new homes, a Marina, and a Golf Course to the Florida community.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Short Duration High Income Fund?

A Short Duration High Income Fund is designed to pursue income through assets with shorter expected holding periods than long-term real estate ownership. The CEO Fund focuses on professionally managed mortgage assets, real estate-backed loans, and select lending opportunities, helping accredited investors seek passive cash flow while avoiding direct property management responsibilities such as tenants, repairs, and daily operations.

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Certified & Proven

Awards and Recognition

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Certified Note Specialist

Specialized expertise in mortgage note investing.

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10+ Year Track Record

Established fund performance and operational history.

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500+ Loans Purchased

Extensive loan acquisition and portfolio experience.

Explore Real Estate-Backed Income Opportunities

Submit your information to request details, discuss accreditation, and schedule a conversation with our fund management team.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at (888) 508-1143. You can also send us a quick email at theceofund.fl@gmail.com.